We present a simplified take on a drink found on a new menu. Designed as a party-sized premix that is bursting with the tastes associated with Christmas time, rendering it perfect for your holiday party. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquids in a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
